Features
Speed of delivery
One of the key advantages of the Portstoken temporary tank system is its exceptional speed of deployment, making it an ideal solution for both planned maintenance and urgent reservoir maintenance requirements. From project inception through to installation and commissioning, the system can be operational in as little as two months for standard inventory models, and three months for bespoke tank configurations. This accelerated timeline significantly outpaces traditional alternatives, which often require lengthy procurement cycles, site preparation, and construction lead times.
This project delivery speed is made possible by a streamlined process that includes rapid design and specification, off-site manufacturing of modular components, and on-site assembly using lightweight panels that require no concrete foundations or heavy machinery. Installation, pipework integration, disinfection, and final commissioning are handled by Portstoken’s experienced team, ensuring a seamless, turnkey solution that restores operational capacity with minimal delay and disruption.
In addition to operational advantages, the shorter project timelines translate directly into financial benefits. Faster deployment reduces the duration of service interruptions and associated costs, including reliance on temporary supply measures or network reconfigurations. The quicker return to full reservoir capacity also helps water utilities avoid regulatory penalties linked to prolonged outages. Overall, the compressed schedule not only delivers infrastructure readiness sooner but also contributes to significant cost savings across project delivery and operational continuity.
Environmental benefits
The Portstoken temporary tank system offers significant environmental and ecological advantages by eliminating the need for concrete foundations and heavy machinery. Unlike traditional GRP or concrete storage solutions, which require excavation, permanent bases, and access for large plant equipment, the Portstoken system is fully demountable and assembled manually using lightweight, modular components. This drastically reduces soil disturbance, eliminates the carbon footprint associated with concrete production and transport, and preserves the natural state of environmentally sensitive or remote sites. Once the reservoir maintenance is complete, the tank is dismantled, removed without a trace, and the site can be fully reinstated to its original condition—supporting biodiversity and protecting local ecosystems.
Cost
The Portstoken system also delivers cost certainty through its fixed-price rental model, allowing water utilities to manage budgets with confidence. Unlike traditional construction projects, where unpredictable variables can drive up costs, the modular, lightweight design of the tank reduces reliance on heavy equipment and specialist trades, and eliminates the need for expensive groundworks or permanent foundations. This approach significantly lowers upfront investment and limits the financial exposure of the project.
Minimal preparatory requirements and the simplicity of the modular build reduce both complexity and risk, minimising the opportunity for time overruns during the installation phase. If operational needs change, the rental model offers the flexibility to extend usage seamlessly, ensuring the solution continues to deliver value without disruption or additional procurement processes. This adaptability, combined with predictable pricing and operational efficiency, makes the Portstoken system a highly cost-effective choice for temporary water storage.